Zoom G1 Four, G1X Four User Manual

Multi-Effects Processor

Operation Manual

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Introduction

This Multi-Effects Processor starts with numerous effects that can be combined for use together. Effect combinations and parameter settings can be saved as patches to be used whenever you like. By simply switching between preset patches, you can achieve dramatic changes in sound.

This processor includes a wide variety of effects, including distortion, chorus and reverb effects. Understanding the features of each effect is important for designing your own sounds. By turning off the effects in a preset one at time, you should be able to learn their individual roles. If understanding how a sound is being changed is difcult, try turning off all but one of the effects and adjusting its parameters as you play. The order of the effects also impacts the sound. Experimenting with the effect order could bring you closer to your desired sound.

This Multi-Effects Processor allows you to easily enjoy a variety of sounds. We hope you will enjoy using it for many years.

Main features of the

Realistic amp and effect sounds

The rich collection of effects from the latest G Series content includes boutique pedals and realistic amp and cabinet models that faithfully emulate the originals. Using the free Guitar Lab effect management application on a computer (Mac/Windows), you can add effects that are distributed online as well as edit and back up patches, for example.

Craft sounds intuitively with easy operations

With 5 buttons and 4 knobs, you can create sounds intuitively like working with a compact effect or stompbox.

Rhythm patterns and looper

The looper can record up to 30 seconds and be synchronized with rhythm patterns.

Equalization (EQ) can be quickly adjusted to suit performance conditions

In MEMORY and STOMP modes, 3 EQ (Lo/Mid/Hi) knobs and a volume (Vol) knob can be used to adjust the output. These enable you to make quick adjustments whether at home, in a rehearsal studio, on stage or elsewhere.

Long operation on batteries

Continuous operation for about 18 hours is possible using 4 AA batteries (when the LCD backlight is off).

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Terms used in this manual

Patch

A “patch” stores effect ON/OFF states and parameter setting values. Effects are saved and recalled in units of patches. Five effects can be added to one patch, and the can store up to 50 patches.

Bank

One group of 10 patches is a “bank”. Patches can be quickly recalled by switching banks. The

has 5 banks.

Effect type

The available effect types include various guitar effects and amp/cabinet simulation models. Effects can be selected from these types to be added to patches.

MEMORY mode

This mode allows you to select patches with the footswitches.

STOMP mode

Use this mode to turn effects in a patch ON/OFF with the footswitches.

EDIT mode

In this mode, edit the types and parameters and effects used in a patch.

PRESELECT

This function allows you to switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch.

BANK HOLD

This function allows patch switching to be limited to the current bank.

AUTO SAVE

This function automatically saves changes to patch and effect settings.

ECO mode

This function will automatically turn the power off 10 hours after the last operation.

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Names of parts

Front Panel

Display

This shows information, including the names of the selected patch and its effects and their parameter values.

Mode switch

Press this to cycle through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes.

Parameter knobs

Use these to adjust effect parameters and to make various settings.

RHYTHM button

Press to activate the rhythm.

Effect/bank buttons

In MEMORY mode, these change banks. In STOMP mode, these turn effects ON/OFF. In EDIT mode, these select effects and turn them ON/OFF.

/ buttons

Use these to switch effects in EDIT mode. These have the same functions as the / footswitches.

/ footswitches

In MEMORY mode, use these to switch patches. In STOMP mode, use these to select effects and turn them ON/OFF, for example.

SETTING button

This opens the SETTING screen.

LOOPER button

Press to activate the looper.

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Expression pedal ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is selected, this adjusts the amount of that effect. ( “Setting

pedal effects” on page 53)

Rear Panel

Pedal switch ( only)

When an effect in the PEDAL category is in use, this turns that effect ON/OFF.

Input jack

Connect a guitar here.

AUX IN jack

Connect an audio device or other external sound source here.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

AC adapter connector

Connect the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) here.

USB port

Connect a computer other external device here. By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer. You can also connect a mobile battery, for example, to provide power.

OUTPUT jack

Connect a guitar amp or headphones here.

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Loading batteries

Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the product and insert 4 AA batteries.

1.

Close the battery compartment cover.

2.

NOTE

Set the type of battery used correctly so that the amount of remaining battery charge can be shown accurately. (

HINT

• If a dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) is connected, it can run on AC power.

• Power for operation can also be supplied through the USB port.

ECO mode overview

• By default, ECO mode setting is ON, so the power will automatically turn off if no use occurs for 10 hours. ECO mode can also be set to “OFF” on the SETTING screen. (

•

“Setting the type of batteries used” on page 35)

“Setting the ECO mode” on page 36)

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Connecting

1, 7

4

6

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Minimize the volume of the guitar amp.

1.

To use AC power supply, connect to the dedicated AC adapter (ZOOM AD-16) to the AC adapter jack

2.

and an outlet.

This turns the

power ON.

To use a computer, connect a USB cable (not included) to the USB port and the computer.

3.

When using USB bus power to operate the

Guitar Lab

By using Guitar Lab, you can manage patches and edit and add effects, for example from a computer. Download Guitar Lab from the ZOOM website (https://www.zoom.co.jp).

Connect a guitar to the INPUT jack.

4.

When using battery power to operate the

To use external input, connect a portable audio player or other device to the AUX IN jack.

5.

HINT

Signals input through the AUX IN jack will be sent to the OUTPUT jack directly without passing through the built-in effects.

Connect a guitar amp or headphones to the OUTPUT jack.

6.

, connecting this cable will turn it ON.

, connecting to this will turn it ON.

Raise the guitar amp volume.

7.

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Adjusting the overall audio character and output level

In MEMORY or STOMP mode, turn – .

1.

Function Operation

Adjust the level of low frequencies

Adjust the level of middle frequencies

Adjust the level of high frequencies

Adjust the overall level

HINT

These adjustments are retained even when the patch is changed.

Turn

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Using patches (MEMORY mode)

The manages effects in patches. A patch can have up to ve effects and save their ON/ OFF states and parameter settings.

Patch

IN OUT

Up to 50 patches can be created. Groups of 10 patches are organized into banks, so effects can be quickly recalled by switching banks. Select patches to use in MEMORY mode.

1 2 3 4 5

Effect

Switching to MEMORY mode.

HINT

MEMORY mode is shown when the starts up.

When using STOMP or EDIT mode, press .

1.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Selecting patches and banks

Switching patches

Press or .

1.

This changes the patch.

Function Operation

Switch to lower-numbered patch

Switch to higher-numbered patch

HINT

• By continuing to press

• By using the PRESELECT function, you can switch to a patch at any location while continuing to use the tone of the currently selected patch. ( When using the BANK HOLD function, switching is limited to patches in the same bank. ( “Setting the

•

BANK HOLD function” on page 34)

or , you can continuously switch patches.

Press

“Setting the PRESELECT function” on page 31)

Switching banks

Press – .

1.

This changes the bank. The LED for the selected bank lights.

Function Operation

Switch to patch numbers 10 – 19

Switch to patch numbers 20 – 29

Switch to patch numbers 30 – 39

Switch to patch numbers 40 – 49

Switch to patch numbers 50 – 59

Press

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Changing individual patch settings

Select the patch with settings you want to change.

1.

Press .

2.

This opens the SETTING screen.

Press .

3.

This opens the patch setting screen.

The patch level and name can be changed. (

patch names” on page 15)

“Changing patch levels” on page 14, “Changing

Changing patch levels

Turn .

1.

This changes the patch level.

HINT

• Press

• In addition to settings for individual patches, the overall volume and EQ of the also be changed. (

to end patch setting and return to the original screen.

“Adjusting the overall audio character and output level” on page 11)

can

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Changing patch names

Turn .

1.

This moves the cursor.

Turn .

2.

This changes the character at the cursor position.

HINT

• Press

• The characters and symbols that can be used are as follows. A–Z, a–z, 0–9, ! # $ % & ' () +, -. ; = @ [] ^ _ ` { } ~ (space)

• Turn

to end patch setting and return to the original screen.

to change the character type.

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Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode)

In STOMP mode, you can turn effects ON/OFF with footswitches.

Activating STOMP mode

When using MEMORY or EDIT mode, press .

1.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches

Press .

1.

Select the effect to control.

The selected effect is shown with light and dark inverted.

Press repeatedly to move the selection to the right.

Press .

2.

This turns the effect ON/OFF.

ON

To turn an effect ON/OFF by hand, press the – button that corresponds to the effect position.

OFF

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Editing effects (EDIT mode)

In EDIT mode, you can change the effects used in a patch and adjust their parameters.

Patch

Effect

1 2 3 4 5

EDIT mode screen

Activating EDIT mode

Select a patch in MEMORY mode.

1.

Press .

2.

Pressing

repeatedly, cycles through the MEMORY, STOMP and EDIT modes in order.

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Selecting effects

Press – for the effect you want to edit.

1.

This switches the effect.

The LED for the selected effect lights.

HINT

The effect unit number is its position in the patch order.

Turning effects ON/OFF

Effect nameUnit number

Parameters

Press – for the selected effect again.

1.

Pressing

– toggles it ON/OFF.

OFF

ON

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Zoom G1 Four, G1X Four User Manual

Introduction

Terms used in this manual

Contents

Names of parts

Loading batteries

Connecting

Using patches (MEMORY mode)

Switching to MEMORY mode.

Selecting patches and banks

Changing individual patch settings

Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches (STOMP mode)

Activating STOMP mode

Turning effects ON/OFF with footswitches

Editing effects (EDIT mode)

Activating EDIT mode

Selecting effects

Turning effects ON/OFF